Cumbria County Council is flying the flag for our Armed Forces this week in recognition of the contribution Britain’s military make to national life.

To mark Reserves Day on Wednesday, June 22 and Armed Forces Day on Saturday June,25 the council will be showing its support by hoisting the Armed Forces Day flag on its flag poles at Cumbria House in Carlisle this week.

As well as marking the contribution of service personnel past and present, Armed Forces Day and Reserves Day also aim to raise public awareness of the military and the roles they undertake in Britain and around the world.

Cumbria County Council was awarded in 2020 with Gold employer status by the Ministry of Defence and North West Reserve and Forces Association (RFCA) for the Employer Recognition Scheme which recognises organisations who pledge, demonstrate and advocate their support for the Defence community.

Councillor Andy Connell, Chairman of Cumbria County Council, said: “Armed Forces Week is a great way to show our support for the servicemen and women who make up the Armed Forces community, from serving troops to service families, veterans, reservists and cadets.

“Cumbria County Council is proud of its strong links with the forces and we’ll be flying the flag to show our appreciation for all that they do.”

Councillor Celia Tibble, Cabinet Member and Armed Forces Portfolio Holder, said: “I am delighted to once again be able to spend this week celebrating with our servicemen and women, the incredible work that they do for each and every one of us.

“And I am incredibly proud of the work Cumbria County Council does to support our Armed Forces personnel, particularly our own staff who are serving reservists.”